Cheer Me On

Hi Mighty fam! ✨

The word of the week for me is "balance." Lately, I've noticed a build-up of thoughts, habits, and coping strategies that could use some adjusting, so I can feel more energized and less weighed down by unrealistic expectations and challenges that feel suffocating.

To find that balance, I'm going to tip the scale by adding more intention and doing things that boost my motivation and curiosity, like reading, talking with friends, and reaching out to collaborate with people who care about me. On the other side of the scale, I could use less of the negative thoughts and limiting beliefs I have around failure and comparison. I can also take pressure off myself by letting go of the idea that I need to finish every task on my list, and instead adjusting my capacity to what my body actually needs, not some unattainable standard.

What about you? How can you tip the scale to feel more balanced in your daily routine?

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Where did the time go, Mighties? We're already reflecting about October! Let’s check in on our mood-tracking experiences. ✨

What were some trends or patterns you saw come up? Have you learned anything new, reassuring, or interesting about yourself in the process of mood tracking this month? Is there anything you would like to improve or work on moving forward?

💡 Bonus: Feel free to also comment the color(s) that best represents your mood today as well. 🎖️

🟪 Purple: Happy, excited, grateful
🟩 Green: Open-minded, creative, reflective
💙 Blue: Calm, relaxed, confident
🖤 Black: Angry, annoyed, frustrated
🤎 Brown: Tired, exhausted, drained
❤️ Red: Anxious, alert, concerned, worried
🧡 Orange: Stressed, overwhelmed
🟨 Yellow: Depressed, stuck, melancholy
⬜ White: Not sure if I can put my mood into words.
🌈 Rainbow: Other (share in the comments!)

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Family and Friends is a support group for partners, spouses, siblings, adult children, parents, cousins, aunts, uncles, guardians, caregivers, close friends and other family members of individuals with a mental illness or any mental health challenge.

This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical information that helps you support your loved ones experiencing mental health challenges.

💻 If you'd like more information or would like to join, you can find the link here. Virtual groups are every 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 6 to 7:30pm Eastern Standard Time. Closed captioning is available:
naminycmetro.org/programs/family-friends

🗺️ If you are in the New York City area, in person groups are every first Tuesday, 2-3:30pm ET at the NAMI-NYC office. Check the link above for more information. ⬆️

If you have any questions, feel free to comment below!

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Hi Mighty fam! 🌷

Sometimes it's really challenging for me to be patient with myself. When I feel as though I could be doing something "better," or when I think I should have moved on from something and it peeks its head again, I can be quite self-critical. I want to be more patient with myself when "old" feelings or patterns resurface.

Does anyone else relate? What's something you'd like to be kinder and more patient with yourself about?

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We're transitioning into a new month, Mighties! How was September for you? Let’s check in and reflect on our mood-tracking experiences. ✨

What were some trends or patterns you saw come up? Have you learned anything new, reassuring, or interesting about yourself in the process of mood tracking this month? Is there anything you would like to improve or work on moving forward?

💡 Bonus: Feel free to also comment the color(s) that best represents your mood today as well. 🎖️

💚 Green: Open-minded, creative, reflective
💜 Purple: Happy, excited, grateful
🔵 Blue: Calm, relaxed, confident
🟡 Yellow: Depressed, stuck, melancholy
🟫 Brown: Tired, exhausted, drained
🔴 Red: Anxious, alert, concerned, worried
⚫ Black: Angry, annoyed, frustrated
🧡 Orange: Stressed, overwhelmed
🤍 White: Not sure if I can put my mood into words.Black: Angry, annoyed, frustrated
🌈 Rainbow: Other (share in the comments!)

#MightyMoodTracking
#CheckInWithMe #Selfcare #MentalHealth #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #Disability #Autism #Fibromyalgia #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #PTSD #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #Migraine #MultipleSclerosis
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NAMI Connection is a peer recovery support group for adults with mental illness, led by trained facilitators. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community.

If you'd like more information or would like to join, you can find the link here. Virtual groups are every Wednesday from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Eastern Standard Time: naminycmetro.org/programs/nami-connection

🗺️ If you are in the New York City area, in person groups are every second Thursdays, 6:30 to 8pm ET or third Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8pm ET at the NAMI-NYC office.

If you have any questions, feel free to comment below!

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Hi Mighties! 🦋

I was wondering what you all thought about what's been working for your mental health and why. Out of these options—support groups, a mental health class, one-on-one therapy, or something entirely different—which has been most helpful to you? This applies whether you are living with a mental health condition or challenges yourself or are a family member or friend of someone who is.

For me, one-on-one therapy has really been helpful, but I've been thinking about exploring other options since I can now see my therapist only once a month.

What are your thoughts? 💬

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🧶 Share about your latest craft project.
🎨 _______ is motivating me to craft.
✂️ What are your go-to supplies when you want to start a new crafting project?

I'll go first!

I haven't done a crafting project in ages, but I'd like to create something using my Cricut cutting or heat press machines. I really enjoyed making designs for t-shirts or creating stickers. 👕💭

Feel free to choose a prompt and share in the comments below!

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Job Talk virtual support group is for peer support and professional guidance for individuals with any employment-related issue.

💻 If you'd like more information or would like to join, you can find the link here. Virtual groups are every 4th Friday of the month, 5:30pm to 7pm Eastern Standard Time. Closed captioning is available:
naminycmetro.org/programs/job-talk

If you have any questions, feel free to comment below!

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Wellness Chats is a place for anyone who needs to connect.
Share how you’re handling life these days – your wellness, your mood…the good, the not-so-good, and the in-between.
People with mental illness, their family members, and anyone else who wants to give and get emotional support is welcome to attend.

💻 If you'd like more information or would like to join, you can find the link here. Virtual groups are every Friday, 1 to 2 PM Eastern Standard Time. Closed captioning is available: naminycmetro.org/programs/wellness-chats

If you have any questions, feel free to comment below!

#BipolarDepression #BipolarDisorder #PTSD #ComplexPosttraumaticStressDisorder #Schizophrenia #ADHD #Parenting #ChronicIllness #SchizoaffectiveDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Anxiety #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #Depression #MentalHealth #Selfcare #EatingDisorders #CheckInWithMe #CheerMeOn